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Sheet Pan Apple and Sausage Bake 1

Sheet Pan Apple and Sausage Bake

This Sheet Pan Apple and Sausage Bake combines the sweet charm of seasonal apples with savory sausage for a breakfast that's not just delicious but remarkably simple. Perfect for busy mornings or lazy weekend brunches, this one-pan wonder delivers a hearty, balanced meal with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 425 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Rimmed Baking Sheet
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Small mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound breakfast sausage links pork, chicken, or turkey (450g)
  • 3 large apples Honeycrisp, Gala, or Granny Smith, cored and cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 large red onion roughly chopped
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup optional, or honey
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • If using larger sausage links, slice them into 1-inch pieces. For breakfast-sized links, leave them whole. For enhanced flavor, you can quickly brown the sausages in a skillet for 2-3 minutes before adding to the sheet pan.
  • In a large bowl, combine the apple chunks, diced sweet potatoes, and chopped red onion.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, maple syrup, rosemary, thyme, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour the seasoning mixture over the apple and vegetable mix and toss until everything is evenly coated.
  • Spread the seasoned mixture evenly on a large rimmed baking sheet. Add the sausage pieces, nestling them among the fruits and vegetables. Ensure everything is in a single layer with a bit of space between pieces for even cooking.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, then remove and carefully stir everything to ensure even cooking.
  • Return to the oven for another 15-20 minutes, until the sausage is fully cooked, and the sweet potatoes and apples are tender and caramelized at the edges.
  • Once removed from the oven, drizzle the apple cider vinegar over the hot sheet pan.

Notes

For a lower-fat version, substitute turkey or chicken sausage for pork sausage.
Sweet potatoes can be replaced with regular potatoes or butternut squash.
For a spicier kick, add 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper or use spicy sausage.
Vegans can substitute plant-based sausages and maple syrup for honey.
Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days in the refrigerator or freeze for up to 2 months.
For best results when reheating, use a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes rather than microwaving.

Nutrition

Calories: 425kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 18gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 620mgPotassium: 780mgFiber: 7gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 270IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 15mg
Keyword Sheet Pan Breakfast, Apple and Sausage, Breakfast Meal Prep, One Pan Meal
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